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AV08 JWZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,973 mi
Last recorded85,973 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 JWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 85,973 miles

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Chassis leg surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 85,973 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Chassis leg surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2025 85,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 83,732 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 74,419 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 66,741 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 63,585 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 58,473 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 50,087 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wear/ movement in upper strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 50,087 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wear/ movement in upper strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 40,701 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 40,701 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 32,167 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 27,042 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 22,139 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 20,315 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 18,634 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 17,519 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 13,994 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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AV08 JWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 JWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV08 JWZ registered?

AV08 JWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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